Also absent from the swearing in were co-principals Musalia Mudavadi and Mosesee Wetangula who were all reprimanded by NASA supporters who viewed their absence as a show of cowardice as opposed to strategy

In Kalonzo’s view, the time for talks and half measure had run its course and admitted that dialogue concerning anything other than electoral reforms would not be held. Photo: Kalonzo Musyoka/twitter

"We are strong as Nasa. We do not fear. Skipping the event was a plan. We will not retreat," Kalonzo affirmed after concluding a National executive committee meeting.

In Kalonzo’s view, the time for half measures and talks had run its course and admitted that dialogue concerning anything other than electoral reforms, would not be held.

TUKO.co.ke formerly reported how NASA deputy leader Kalonzo, shed tears on Thursday, February 1, when he joined other NASA leaders to dispel suspicion that the coalition was breaking after Raila Odinga was sworn in.